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        Sungrow | 8kW Multi-MPPT String Inverter 12kWp PV Input | IP65 C5 AFCI

        The Sungrow SG8.0RS-ADA is an 8kW single-phase string inverter rated 8000W AC output against a recommended maximum PV input of 12kWp across three independent MPPTs. The SG8.0RS-ADA carries an integrated arc fault circuit interrupter, Type II surge protection on both the DC and AC sides, and a C5 corrosion protection rating. It complies with AS/NZS 4777.2:2020, is IP65 rated, and weighs 19kg on a wall-mounting bracket.

        Rooftop DC is where photovoltaic installations start fires. Connectors degrade, moisture gets into an MC4 that was never quite seated, and a series arc builds behind a module where nobody sees it until the roof is alight. Corrosion operates slower but reaches the same destination on a coastal installation. The SG8.0RS-ADA handles both at the enclosure. An integrated arc fault circuit interrupter watches for arcing, and the C5 corrosion rating is the highest classification in the scale.

        Three trackers resolve the design constraint. Three independent MPPTs across a 40V to 560V range accommodate three roof orientations without optimisers on every module. That suits the hip roofs and cut-up rooflines common in Australian housing. Sungrow also builds in ground fault monitoring, PV string current monitoring, an integrated DC switch, and a DC terminal protective cover. The parts normally specified around an inverter arrive inside it.

        Features

        • Integrated arc fault circuit interrupter — the SG8.0RS-ADA monitors the DC side for arcing and shuts down, which addresses the primary fire risk in rooftop photovoltaic systems.
        • C5 corrosion protection rating — the highest classification in the corrosion scale, which suits coastal and industrial atmospheres that degrade lesser enclosures.
        • Three independent MPPTs — one string per tracker across a 40V to 560V MPP range, covering three roof orientations from a single inverter.
        • 12kWp recommended maximum PV input — 600V maximum PV input voltage, 48A maximum input current split 16A per tracker, and 60A DC short-circuit current at 20A per tracker.
        • 8000W rated AC output — 8000VA apparent power on a single phase at 220 to 240V, rated 34.8A at 230V with a 36.4A maximum output current.
        • 97.8% maximum efficiency — 97.3% European efficiency, with harmonic distortion under 3% and power factor above 0.99 at rated power.
        • Type II DC and AC surge protection — built in on both sides alongside an integrated DC switch, removing components from the string and the switchboard.
        • Ground fault and string current monitoring — the SG8.0RS-ADA watches each string individually, plus DC reverse polarity, AC short circuit, leakage current, grid monitoring, and PID recovery.
        • AS/NZS 4777.2:2020 compliant — with ripple control and DRM through the digital input, plus active and reactive power control and power ramp rate control.
        • IP65 and natural cooling — rated -25 to 60 degrees at 0 to 100% humidity to 4000m altitude, with no fan to fail or draw dust.
        • iSolarCloud monitoring — Ethernet, WLAN and RS485 communication, 10-second data refresh, online IV curve scan and diagnosis, and over-the-air firmware updates.
        • String inverter, no battery input — the SG8.0RS-ADA is grid-tied only and accepts no battery, so storage requires a hybrid inverter instead.

        Where to use

        • Coastal and marine-adjacent installations — the C5 corrosion rating suits salt exposure that shortens the service life of a lower-rated enclosure.
        • Multi-orientation roofs — three MPPTs handle north, east and west strings independently without an optimiser on every module.
        • Larger residential arrays — 12kWp of modules against an 8000W inverter gives a 1.5 to 1 DC oversize on a full domestic roof.
        • New-build residential solar — the SG8.0RS-ADA arrives with AFCI, DC switch and Type II surge protection already inside the enclosure.
        • Inverter replacements and upgrades — a wider 40V to 560V MPP range and a 50V startup suit existing arrays with mixed string lengths.
        • Industrial and rural sites — C5 corrosion protection and a -25 to 60 degree operating range cover dusty, humid, and high-ambient locations.
        • Fleet-monitored installations — 10-second iSolarCloud data with IV curve scanning identifies string faults without attending the site.

        The SG8.0RS-ADA is a grid-tied string inverter with no battery input, so an installation requiring storage needs a hybrid inverter instead. It is single phase only, feeding one phase at 220 to 240V, which rules out three-phase supplies. Sungrow requires the country code to be set before grid connection, and the DC connector carries a maximum 30A with MC4 to 6mm2. Installation must be performed by a licensed electrician and the grid connection made in accordance with AS/NZS 4777.2:2020.

        (SG8.0RS-ADA)

        Yes. An arc fault circuit interrupter is integrated rather than added externally. Series arcing on the DC side is the primary fire risk in rooftop photovoltaic systems, usually developing at a degraded or poorly seated connector. Type II surge protection on both DC and AC, and an integrated DC switch, are also built in.

        C5 is the highest classification in the corrosion protection scale, covering coastal, marine and industrial atmospheres. It matters where salt-laden air would degrade a lower-rated enclosure well before the inverter reached the end of its warranty. Sungrow pairs it with IP65 and a -25 to 60 degree operating range.

        Three independent MPPT inputs, one string per tracker, across a 40V to 560V MPP voltage range with 600V maximum PV input. That covers three roof orientations from one inverter without fitting optimisers to every module. Maximum PV input current is 48A, split 16A per tracker.

        No. The SG8.0RS-ADA is a grid-tied string inverter with no battery input. Storage requires a hybrid inverter such as the Sungrow SH6.0RS-ADA, which accepts a lithium-ion battery between 80V and 460V. Confirm the inverter class before ordering, since a string inverter cannot be converted to a hybrid later.

        No. This is a single-phase inverter with one feed-in phase and one connection phase, rated 220 to 240V. Three-phase installations need a three-phase unit such as the Sungrow SG15RT. Rated AC output current is 34.8A at 230V, with a maximum output current of 36.4A.

        IEC 62109-1, IEC 62109-2 and AS/NZS 4777.2:2020. Grid support covers active and reactive power control plus power ramp rate control, with ripple control and DRM available through the digital input. Sungrow requires the country code to be set before grid connection.

        Ethernet, WLAN and RS485 are all supported, with a digital input for ripple control and DRM. Monitoring runs through iSolarCloud on app or web at a 10-second refresh, with online IV curve scan and diagnosis and over-the-air firmware updates. Sungrow's WiNet-S communication module is stocked alongside the inverter.

        Ten years in two phases. The first 5 years cover full product replacement for any defect. The following 5 years cover parts only, with the warranty paying for components needing replacement or repair. Warranty runs from the invoice date and claims are handled by return to Sparky Direct.

        The Sungrow SG8.0RS-ADA is available online from Sparky Direct, with Australia-wide delivery to any state or territory including regional areas. Sparky Direct is an Australian electrical wholesaler established in 2005, supplying more than 500,000 customers with transparent trade pricing.

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        If your item isn’t in its original condition, please contact us before returning it—we might save you time and money.


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        Warranty starts from Invoice Date

        This warranty offers a combined coverage of 10 years, divided into two phases:

        First 5 Years: During this period, you are entitled to a full product replacement in case of any issues or defects. This means if your product malfunctions within the first 5 years, you'll receive a brand-new replacement.

        Following 5 Years: After the initial 5 years, the warranty continues for an additional 5 years, but it shifts to covering parts only. In this phase, if any product components need replacement or repair, the warranty will cover the cost of those parts.

        This comprehensive warranty (Warranty Method: Return to Sparky Direct) ensures both the longevity and performance of your product, offering you peace of mind for a full decade. 

        Specification Details
        Input (DC)
        Recommended max. PV input power 12 kWp
        Max. PV input voltage 600 V
        Min. operating PV voltage / Start-up input voltage 40 V / 50 V
        Rated PV input voltage 360 V
        MPP voltage range 40 – 560 V
        No. of independent MPP inputs 3
        Default No. of PV strings per MPPT 1
        Max. PV input current 48A (16A/16A/16A)
        Max. DC short-circuit current 60A (20A/20A/20A)
        Output (AC)
        Rated AC output power 8000W
        Max. AC Output power 8000W
        Rated AC output current (at 230V) 36.4A
        Max. AC output current 34.8A
        Rated AC voltage 220V/230V/240V
        AC voltage range 154-276V
        Rated grid frequency / Grid frequency range 50 Hz / 60 Hz, 45 – 55 Hz / 55 – 65 Hz
        Harmonic (THD) < 3 % (at rated power)
        Power factor at rated power / Adjustable power factor > 0.99 / 0.8 leading – 0.8 lagging
        Feed-in phases / Connection phases 1/1
        Efficiency
        Max. efficiency 97.8%
        European efficiency 96.9%
        Protection
        Grid monitoring Yes
        DC reverse polarity protection Yes
        AC short-circuit protection Yes
        Leakage current protection Yes
        Surge Protection DC type II / AC type II
        Ground Fault Monitoring Yes
        DC switch Yes
        PV string current monitoring Yes
        Arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) Yes
        PID Zero Function Yes
        DC Terminal Protective Cover Yes
        General Data
        Dimensions (W*H*D) 490 * 340 * 170 mm
        Weight 19 kg
        Mounting method Wall-mounting bracket
        Topology Transformerless
        Degree of protection/Corrosion IP65, C5
        Operating ambient temperature range -25 to 60 ℃
        Allowable relative humidity range (non-condensing) 0 – 100 %
        Cooling method Natural cooling
        Max. operating altitude 4000 m
        Communication
        Display LED digital display & LED indicator
        Communication Ethernet / WLAN / RS485 / DI (Ripple control & DRM)
        DC connection type MC4 (Max. 6 mm² )
        AC connection type Plug and play connector (Max. 6 mm² )
        Grid compliance IEC 62109-1/2, AS/NZS 4777.2:2020
        Grid Support Active & reactive power control and power ramp rate control

        These specifications and characteristics outline physical, mechanical, electrical details.

        Brand SUNGROW
        SKU SG8.0RS-ADA
        Model # SG8.0RS-ADA
        Package Weight 21.000kg
        TYPE VALUE
        Type String Inverter
        Brand Sungrow
        Colour White
        Height (mm) 340
        Width (mm) 490
        Depth (mm) 170
        Mounting Wall Bracket
        Voltage (V) 220-240
        Wattage (W) 8000
        IP Rating IP65

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